模型 (もけい, mokei) Japanese meaning: model

模型 (もけい, mokei) Japanese meaning: model | Kotomora

Kanji

ミニチュア
ミニチュア emphasizes a small-scale, often decorative reproduction, while 模型 covers any scaled or simplified representation, including full-size anatomical or design mock-ups.
見み本ほんN3
見本 is a sample or specimen used to show quality or type, while 模型 is a three-dimensional scaled representation of an object.
原げん型けい
原型 is the original form or prototype from which something is later copied, while 模型 is the copy or representation itself, often at a different scale.
モデルN3
模型 refers to a physical scale replica such as a model airplane, while モデル is broader and also covers people, product versions, and abstract concepts.

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モックアップ
模型 is a general term for any model or miniature, whereas モックアップ specifically denotes a full-scale mock-up made for design review or presentation.
フィギュア
模型 refers to scale models of objects like cars or buildings, whereas フィギュア usually refers to figures of people or characters.

実じっ機き
模型 is a scaled-down model or mockup, the opposite of 実機, which is the full-size, working real thing.

模も範はんN1
模範 means an exemplary model or role model to be imitated in behavior, while 模型 is a physical, scaled-down object like a plastic kit or mock-up.
レプリカ
模型 usually refers to a scaled-down model (like a toy or diorama) built for representation, while レプリカ is a full-scale, faithful copy of a specific real object.

個こN5
The all-purpose counter for small discrete objects, used when no more specific counter applies.
台だいN4
「台」is used for models of large objects, machines, or vehicles.

模も型けいUsage100%
Standard kanji spelling; the word is almost always written this way.
モケイUsage<1%

模 (imitate, pattern) + 型 (mold, model). A straightforward kanji compound meaning 'imitation mold' or 'model'.